BMW ICOM Next vs Super MB Pro N3 BMW Scanner

What’s the difference between BMW ICOM Next (SP269-D) and the new Super MB Pro N3 BMW diagnostic tools?

Item BMW ICOM Next Super MB Pro N3
Image bmw-icom-next-a-b-c-with-hdd-4 Super Mb Pro N3
Solution VXDIAG Solution Original ICOM Next Solution
Connection USB, WiFi

WiFi password: 12345678

No need for DHCP server or router, it’s build in.

 

USB WiFi

WiFi password: 12345678

No IP setting. Easy to connect

Vehicle Model BMW, Mini, Rolls-Royce BMW, Mini, Rolls-Royce, BMW Motorcycle
Software BMW ISTA-D

BMW ISTA-P

E-sys

WinKFP

Tool32

INPA

BMW Coding tool

Ncs Expert

KSD2

BMW ISTA-D

BMW ISTA-P

E-sys

WinKFP

Tool32

INPA

BMW Coding tool

Ncs Expert

KSD2

Software update By HDD/SSD By HDD/SSD
USB port Type-C USB USB 3.0
Heat Dissipation No Dual Heat Dissipation
Firmware version 1.9.3.1 ApplicationImage:147

BootImage: 130

Firmware Update Via VX Manager

FW Update Guide

Yes, same procedure as the original ICOM Next

http://192.168.92.38.60080/, user name: root

password: NZY11502

FW UPDATE GUIDE

Compatible HDD/SSD Compatible with vxdiag HDD/SSD only Compatible with both ICOM Next (SS220 series) and VXDIAG HDD/SSD
fiber programming No No
20-PIN Vehicle No Yes, with an optional 20-pin adapter
10-PIN BMW Motorcycle No Yes, with an optional 10-PIN adapter

 

In Summary:

New Super MB Pro N3 has better software compatibility and more stable firmware than ICOM Next clone.

Super MB Pro N3 can do BMW motorcycle while ICOM next clone does not.

 

Super MB Pro N3 has 2nd generation ICOM Scanner- Super ICOM pro N3+.

Check comparison table here

2023 Super ICOM Pro N3+ vs BMW ICOM Next

 

 

See also:

Which BMW ICOM Next Clone is the Best?

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